Cincinnati to Louisville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cincinnati from Louisville?

The distance from Cincinnati to Louisville is 89.3 miles (143.7 km) as the crow flies. Louisville is located SW of Cincinnati. By car, the driving distance is approximately 99.5 miles, taking about 1h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States — Cincinnati in Ohio and Louisville in Kentucky.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cincinnati and Louisville. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.